Bottega Italia

Really really good food! Best calzone I’ve had to date. The wine was really good too. I had the Malbec. Gluten free pasta and pizza options. Sitting outside and watching the activity go by in Temecula is a good way to spend a meal. The bathrooms are clean and cute! The only thing that was odd is that there wasn’t any house water? We could have purchased still or sparkling but tap was not available. That didn’t ruin the experience though, the food was worth it. And all of the servers were wonderful!

As much as I hate to give one star I feel that it’s the reality. I placed a phone order for 4 total pizzas 3 of which were gluten free. Upon arrival I waited in line to pay for my to go order. While waiting I noticed the pizza prep area and watched our pizzas being made. All three gluten free crusts were tossed directly onto the counter top that has traditional flour all over it. As someone with celiac disease I understand the risk of cross contamination…however, the absolute blatant disregard for having an actual gluten free prep area or protocol is mind boggling. We live in 2024 not 2016. I’ve eaten at fast food pizza places that have separate prep areas and only cost $12. I paid $100 to bring home pizza my daughter and I couldn’t even eat. Please take some time to properly train your staff on gluten free and provide the proper equipment or don’t even offer it.